Estate Planning Isn’t Just For The Elderly
It is no big secret that the elderly are targets for both caregiver and financial abuse. In fact, according to statistics, the aging population loses more than $3 billion annually to swindlers. Here are three tips to help keep you and your family safe from those with...
If you are planning to go through a divorce in 2022, you are far from alone. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are roughly 750,000 divorces in the U.S. every single year. While divorce is exceedingly common, it also can be...
When you create an estate plan, one of the choices you may have to consider is who will care for your children. However, this is not the only type of guardianship you may have to consider. Guardianships come in a couple of forms. The most common one names the person...
When a family member can no longer care for themselves, the conversations you must have with other loved ones are often challenging. The American Association of Retired Persons reports that many individuals find themselves making decisions regarding a parent's or...
When most individuals think about estate planning, their minds go to their personal wealth. While settling your debts and disposing of your assets is certainly important, your estate plan also should address your medical goals and end-of-life care. If you do not want...
Talking to your parents about the distribution of their estate and inheritance is not easy. It is an acknowledgment of a reality that nobody on either side is ready to accept. Talking about estate planning is necessary, however. Your parents will be able to enjoy...
When you start working on your estate plan, one of the first things you must decide is who you want serving as the executor of your estate. This is a pivotal role and the person you select must fit certain criteria. Naturally, you may lean toward a trusted relative...